As an inner Melbourne Catholic co-educational secondary school, girls and boys at St Mary’s College share their educational journey together. Your child will develop confidence and experience real-world learning for life beyond secondary school.

Co-educational schools offer several advantages, including fostering of social interaction between genders, promoting diverse perspectives, and preparing students for real-world interactions. This helps to create a more inclusive and balanced learning environment for students. Parents and carers are looking for a school setting that suits their family dynamic and can accommodate the needs of each of their children. They often comment on the importance of their children having access to the same education opportunities and the potential value in shared friendship groups. Co-educational schools can also offer a wide range of extra-curricular activities that are enhanced by the participation of each sex without the complications of needing to form partnership with another school.

At St Mary’s College our students develop mutual respect and trust for one another. We are dedicated to social and emotional development of your child's growth into a responsible young adult. Our students learn to see each person as an individual with intrinsic worth and dignity, looking beyond stereotypes and assumptions. From the co-educational journey at St Mary’s College, emerge dynamic learners who thrive, building their independence, confidence and maturity to best prepare them for the joys and challenges of a bright future.

At St Mary's College we aim to lift all students higher.